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The architects of the war badly miscalculated Iran’s preparedness, military capability and economic resilience, expecting airstrikes and leadership

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister warned on Saturday that escalating threats across the Middle East risked international peace, energy security and global trade, calling for stronger international cooperation to protect Gulf States and vital shipping routes.

Kuwait and Bahrain condemn Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting US bases, escalating tensions and raising Gulf security concerns.

The crisis in the Gulf should come as a surprise to no one, the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani said on Tuesday, describing it as the cumulative result of years of delay, crisis management through temporary fixes, and unrealistic policies.

Kazakhstan has moved a long-planned southern trade project from talks to contract. The move gives Astana a possible foothold on the Persian Gulf, but it comes

UAE air defenses responded to Iranian missiles and drones after new U.S. strikes, while officials said the country remained stable.

A suspected Iranian drone has struck a high-rise in Bahrain, raising Gulf tensions with direct implications for Australian strategic interests.

Aviation News – The Royal Air Force has deployed its joint Typhoon squadron with Qatar, 12 Squadron, to the Gulf for defensive operations amid rising regional tensions, underscoring the strategic importance of UK-Qatar security cooperation. The deployment forms part of the UK-Qatar Defence Assurance Agreement, highlighting the enduring defence partnership between the two countries at a critical time for regional stability.

BERLIN, June 15 (Bernama-dpa) — Germany, France, the United Kingdom and Italy have said they are committed to supporting the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz following the announcement of an agreement between the United States and Iran. The urgent reopening of the strait with “unconditional and unrestricted freedom of navigation is essential,” German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said in a joint statement, reported German news agency dpa. “We are committed to playing our part to achieve this – in accordance with our respective constitutional requirements […]

The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement reflects Pakistan’s rising strategic relevance and the Gulf’s shift toward diversified security partnerships.

WASHINGTON — The escalating confrontation between the United States and Iran is widening across the Gulf, with renewed U.S. strikes

Pakistan-Kuwait defence ties reflect Gulf security diversification, strengthening Pakistan’s role while avoiding strategic overcommitment.